CaseIH 844 XL vs Fendt 208 Vario
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The CaseIH 844 XL and the Fendt 208 Vario deliver the same power: 80 HP.
- The Fendt 208 Vario is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 1985 for the CaseIH 844 XL.
- The Fendt 208 Vario offers a higher rear lift capacity: 4203 kg versus 3151 kg.
Full specs comparison
| CaseIH 844 XL | Fendt 208 Vario | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 80 HP | 80 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1987 | 2010+ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 4.4 L | 3.3 L |
| Weight | 3 660 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | CVT |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 16 / 8 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | 3 151 kg | 4 203 kg |
| Wheelbase | 239 cm | 229 cm |
| Length | — | 406 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the CaseIH 844 XL or the Fendt 208 Vario?
The CaseIH 844 XL and the Fendt 208 Vario deliver the same power: 80 HP.
Which is more recent, the CaseIH 844 XL or the Fendt 208 Vario?
The Fendt 208 Vario is the more recent model: production started in 2010, versus 1985 for the CaseIH 844 XL.
Which has the higher lift capacity, the CaseIH 844 XL or the Fendt 208 Vario?
The Fendt 208 Vario offers a higher rear lift capacity: 4203 kg versus 3151 kg.

